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Both Swaddlers and Pampers Baby Dry are great options for newborns and young toddlers. However, some significant differences between Swaddlers and Baby Dry are worth knowing before you buy.
Below is a quick comparison table to help you decide, but I will dive into the details below to help you make the best decision.
The Main Differences Between Swaddlers vs Baby Dry
Here are the main differences between the two disposable diapers.
Why Pampers Swaddlers Are Better
Sensitivity: Blanket-like Softness
When you read all the reviews on Pampers Swaddlers, one of the biggest things that stands out is how soft they are. Pampers call it “blankie softness,” the softest Pampers diapers on the market. These Pampers diapers also have a heart-shaped liner that adds even more to their soft feel, taking it to the next level in terms of comfort.
The Pampers Baby Dry diapers also have a soft feel, and your baby will undoubtedly be happy. However, the Swaddlers are just that extra bit softer!
Wetness Indicator
Pampers Swaddlers have a handy yellow stripe down the front of the diaper called the wetness indicator. It helps you figure out if the diaper is full quickly. It turns from yellow to blue once the diaper is full. This makes your life so much easier when your child can’t talk to you or indicate that they need changing.
Trust me, you are going to want this to save your sanity!
Swaddlers diapers have them in all sizes – from newborn to toddler, whereas Pampers Baby Dry only has them in newborn sizes.
Absorb Away Liner (To Keep Them Dry)
As you may know, newborns are quite sensitive and diaper rash is an issue you might have to deal with. That is why Pampers Swaddlers are better in this area. They have added an “absorb away liner” to help pull the wetness away from your baby’s sensitive skin. This is great because moisture is one of the main reasons for diaper rash!
The Pampers Baby Dry diapers have three layers to move the wetness around the diaper in case your baby sleeps in one spot. This is also an excellent option for an absorbent diaper, it is just not as good as the Swaddlers!
More Absorbency
Pampers Baby Dry has three absorption layers that can hold a huge amount of liquid. In this case, your baby’s pee! Pampers claims these diapers will keep your baby dry overnight for 12 hours, which is impressive.
They also use super-absorbant gell inside, which can hold an unbelievable amount of liquid for the volume. This is great news for parents looking for a great night’s sleep!
Compare that to Pampers Swaddlers, which only have one layer, and you can understand why they are far better at absorption.
So, although they share the same features, Baby Drys outperform Swadders due to their extra layers.
Umbilical Cord – Newborn Notch
All newborns come into the world with a small stump that will slowly heal and disappear within a few weeks. Because this sticks you need to have a diaper that takes that into consideration. Both the Pampers Baby Dry diapers and the Swaddlers have an umbilical cord notch in their most petite sizes to keep this area of your child free and help make them more comfortable.
Stretchy Sides
If you put your baby in a diaper, you want it to stay on. That is where the stretchy elastic sides come in handy. They help keep the baby diapers fixed yet still allow younger babies to move.
Just be careful when you put the diaper on your baby that the ruffle of the sides is on the outside. I have found this seriously prevents leakage, which is a godsend. If you have any folds or the sides tucked inside in any way, the diaper will find a way to leak and cause you more work to clean up. It’s not a great gift at 3am when you are dead tired and changing your baby!
Both the Pampers Baby Dry and Swaddlers have this feature!
Which Pampers Is Right For Your Child?
Swaddlers are the diaper of choice for hospitals, according to sales, so it makes sense that everyone loves them for their newborn. They are super comfy, keep your baby dry and help you know when to perform a diaper change.
If you are on a tight budget, then Baby Dry might be a better bet as they offer most of the same features and often for much less money.
Pampers FAQs
Are Pampers Baby Dry overnight diapers
Yes, Pampers Baby Dry are overnight diapers that help keep your baby dry until the morning. The excellent absorbency and the layer to keep your baby’s sensitive skin dry are designed for overnight use.